Statistics compiled by the U.S. Center for Disease Control have shown that 31% of San Antonio residents are obese and 65% are overweight, prompting the American Obesity Association to dub the Texas town “the fattest city in the U.S.” To remedy this troubling trend, doctors and health care professionals are attempting to treat obesity by [...]

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Today, more and more overweight and especially obese people are turning to weight loss surgery to drop excess pounds. Indeed, these various procedures have proven their effectiveness at enabling men and women to lose weight and, more importantly, to improve their overall health. Unfortunately, many recipients gain back this lost weight, despite their best efforts. [...]

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Currently, the efforts of the U.S. Government and involved health care organizations are meeting the healthcare needs of about 1 million children. But as recent articles show, with the new planned coverage, the organizers hope to reach even more children within the first year. These efforts include reimbursing those doctors and registered dietitians that provide [...]

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Whether you’re undergoing a procedure for weight loss, enlarged tonsils or something cosmetic, let’s face facts; it’s still surgery. And that means that there are a host of factors to consider, such as cost, health complications, and transportation needs, just to name a few. But for those considering weight loss surgery, one troublesome element – [...]

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In the twisting journey to lose weight, does it seem like you’re experimenting with a never-ending series of diets and eating plans … all to no effect? Well, recent studies show that it may not be your imagination. But they also shed further light on the potentially life-changing benefits of weight loss surgery!
It has been [...]

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